About the Job

Position: Finance Associate

Reports To: Finance and Admin

Organization: TIMRAN

Location Type: Office

Employment Type: Full time (Renewable subject to performance and project needs, 60-day probation period)

Number of People Required: 1

Deadline: July 15th, 2026

About the Organization

TIMRAN is a non-partisan, women-led civil society organization established in March 2020 to enhance women’s participation in Ethiopian politics and public decision-making. It is registered under Proclamation No. 1113/2019 (registration number 4834) and operates as a membership-based organization.

Job Summary

The Financial Associate supports the finance department by maintaining financial records, processing transactions, preparing reports, assisting with budgeting, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

Process daily financial transactions (payments, receipts, journal entries).
Prepare and maintain accounting records and supporting documentation.
Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.
Support budget preparation, monitoring, and variance analysis.
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
Assist with payroll processing and related reconciliations.
Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and accounting standards.
Maintain proper filing and documentation of financial records.
Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation.
Monitor cash flow and assist with financial forecasting.
Prepare statutory and management reports.
Coordinate with banks, vendors, and other stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and internal controls.
Perform other finance and administrative duties assigned by the Finance Manager.

About You

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
Minimum of one year of relevant experience in accounting or finance (Career Level: Junior Level 1-3 years).
Experience with accounting software and Peachtree systems is preferred.
Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Required Skills and Competencies

Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Organizational and time-management skills.
Communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Team-oriented and able to work independently.
Ethical standards and professional integrity.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Accuracy of financial records and reports.
Timeliness of transaction processing and reporting.
Bank reconciliation completed within timelines.
Compliance with financial policies and procedures.
Timely closure of monthly and annual accounts.
Audit findings and compliance performance.
Budget monitoring and variance reporting accuracy.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted as a single PDF document including:

A cover letter (maximum 1 page) stating your motivation and relevant experience.
An updated CV/Resume (maximum 3 pages) including contact details of three professional references.
Relevant educational and professional certificates.

Email Address: vacancy@timran.et
Subject Line: “Finance Associate Application”

(Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Women, persons with disabilities, and youth are strongly encouraged to apply).

To apply for this job email your details to vacancy@timran.et